Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

INCI: AVENA SATIVA KERNEL EXTRACT
Type: Soothing, skin conditioning, antioxidant
Origin: Derived from the kernels of oats (Avena sativa). The extract is obtained via aqueous extraction to capture the grain’s rich profile of bioactive compounds, including beta-glucans, proteins, lipids, and antioxidants.

What it does:

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is a time-honored, clinically validated soothing active renowned for its exceptional calming and protective properties. Primary functions:

1. Powerful soothing and anti-irritant: Contains avenanthramides, a unique group of phenolic compounds found almost exclusively in oats, which are potent anti-inflammatory agents. They help calm irritation and sensitivity, making this extract invaluable for compromised or sensitive skin.
2. Skin barrier support: Rich in beta-glucans that form a protective, moisturizing film on the skin’s surface. Helps reduce TEWL and reinforce barrier function.
3. Antioxidant protection: The avenanthramides also exhibit antioxidant activity, helping to neutralize free radicals and protect skin from environmental stressors.

Why we use it:

We include Avena Sativa Kernel Extract in our overnight repair cream as a foundational soothing and barrier-supporting active. While bakuchiol works to renew and our ceramide complex rebuilds, oat extract provides continuous calming and protection, ensuring that even sensitive skin can experience the full benefits of treatment-level actives without compromise.